On-site chef at Pan Am Games from Wasauksing
By Barb Nahwegahbow TORONTO – One of Kai Zyganiuk’s favourite places when he was a little boy was in the kitchen of the Wasauksing First...
Aboriginal Sport and Wellness Council of Ontario partners with the province
MISSISSAUGA – The Aboriginal Sport and Wellness Council of Ontario (ASWCO) is pleased to announce a partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and...
Anishinabek Nation joins Saugeen Ojibway Nation in opposition to burying nuclear waste
UOI OFFICES (Nipissing First Nation) May 13, 2015 –Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee says the Anishinabek Nation stands behind the Saugeen Ojibway Nation opposing the...
‘O-Getche-Tahk: The Lost Warriors’ film recognized nationally
(NORTH BAY, ONT) – A Digital Cinematography student from Canadore College is being awarded the 2015 Student Award for Video – Long Drama or Comedy...
Survivance and Reconciliation: 7 Forward 7 Back
By Karl Hele After a seven-year hiatus the Canadian Indigenous/Native Studies Association’s (CINSA) Annual Conference will be reborn 11-13 June 2015 at Concordia University. The...
Divergence: Traditional Aboriginal Spirituality and Mother Earth
Different Paths – Common Ground By Peter Globensky and Beverly Sabourin As we enter this time of renewal on the cusp of another summer season...
Living languages discussed at TRY conference
By Christine Smith (McFarlane) TORONTO – In a workshop entitled “The Living Languages of this Land: Collaborations in Indigenous Language Activism” at the TRY Conference...
Remembering those who were robbed from their Mother’s Day
By Barb Nahwegahbow TORONTO – Mother’s Day was a sombre occasion for John Fox. It was a day to remember his daughter, the late Cheyenne...
New yoga instructors hope to get others in shape
By Greg Plain MUNCEY – Terri Fisher and Sam Kennedy from Chippewas of the Thames are moving forward and preparing to create the opportunity for...
Debassige ending minor hockey career with medals
By Sam Laskaris M’CHIGEENG FN – Deidre Debassige was able to conclude her minor hockey career on a rather upbeat note. The 18-year-old, who is...
‘Teachers kit will help alleviate racism and support areas of treaty education’ – Madahbee
NIPISSING FIRST NATION (May 7, 2015) – Ontario Aboriginal Affairs Minister David Zimmer and Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee officially launched the “We...
Intro to Cree Language course sees its first graduates
By K.A. Smith NORTH BAY – There was a celebratory atmosphere at the North Bay Indian Friendship Centre for graduation on April 29. 15 students...
Peace Pipe Dreams: The Truth bout Lies about Indians
Reviewed by Christine Smith (McFarlane) First Nations people have heard it all, when it comes to the lies or misconceptions that are spread about them....
Deputy Grand Chief Hare’s political update for the Anishinabek Nation
Aanii, The schedule has been busy during 2015. There are several areas that I would like to highlight in the monthly Political update. I have...
Anishinabek Nation political update from GCC Madahbee
Political Update – May 2015 Aanii, The Political Office has been very busy during 2015. We have been working diligently on behalf of the Anishinabek...